13 h. ago Achimugu: 20 Lawyers, Activists Drag EFCC To Court For Declaring Businesswoman Wanted, Invasion Of Home

20 constitutional lawyers and activists led by Barr. Okere Kingdom, on behalf of a consortium of human rights/constitutional lawyers, have vowed to commence multiple legal actions in Court to quash the allegations of criminal conspiracy, money laundering against foremost businesswoman, Aisha Achimugu. LEADERSHIP recalls that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had few days […]

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54 h. ago Chris Anyanwu sues Ohakim, Vintage Press over alleged defamation

…Demands over N550m damages Senior journalist, publisher, author, and politician, Senator Chris Anyanwu, who represented Imo East senatorial district in the National Assembly from 2007 to 2015, has dragged a former governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim, to the Federal High Court, sitting in Abuja, over an alleged defamation of her character. Anyanwu, who is […] The post Chris Anyanwu sues Ohakim, Vintage Press over alleged defamation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Businessman arraigned for failing to declare $299,000 collapses in court

A businessman, Sunday Okorie, collapsed in court on Wednesday while standing in the dock. Okorie had been arraigned before the Federal High Court in Lagos on Tuesday for allegedly failing to declare $299,000 and being in possession of counterfeit foreign currency. Justice Deinde Dipeolu had ordered Okorie to be remanded after he pleaded not guilty Read More

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5 d. ago Judge recuses self from Natasha’s suit against Akpabio, others

Justice Obiora Egwuatu of a Federal High Court in Abuja has recused himself from the suit filed by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and others, to stop her investigation over alleged misconduct. Justice Egwuatu announced his withdrawal over allegations of bias levelled against the court by the 3rd defendant (Akpabio) in […] The post Judge recuses self from Natasha’s suit against Akpabio, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago UNICAL: HURIWA seeks suspension of Supreme Court Justice Agim over alleged breach of ethical conduct

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called for the immediate suspension of Justice Emmanuel Agim of the Supreme Court and the constitution of a National Judicial Council (NJC) panel to investigate him over alleged unethical conduct. The call followed a trending viral photograph of Justice Agim with the […] The post UNICAL: HURIWA seeks suspension of Supreme Court Justice Agim over alleged breach of ethical conduct appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Alleged Sexual Harassment: Justice Egwuatu Withdraws From Natasha’s Case Against Senator Akpabio

Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court Abuja has stepped down from the case filed by Senator Representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that at the proceedings on Tuesday, Justice Egwuatu announced his decision to withdraw from the matter after the usual court appearances. He cited the allegation of bias from […] The post Alleged Sexual Harassment: Justice Egwuatu Withdraws From Natasha’s Case Against Senator Akpabio appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Liberian president, Boakai, faces $10m lawsuit over unlawful suspension

The President of Liberia, Joseph Boakai, has been hit with a $10 million lawsuit filed before the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice in Abuja over alleged unlawful suspension from office and character assassination. The applicant, Liberia’s Director General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority, Ms Emma Glassco, stated in the suit that she was Read More

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7 d. ago Obi slams disregard for S’Court judgment in Rivers fund allocation

  Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has criticised the ongoing political developments in Rivers State, describing them as an “aberration” and a violation of Nigeria’s constitutional order. Obi, in a statement on Monday via X, condemned the alleged disobedience of a Supreme Court ruling regarding the release of statutory allocations to Read More

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8 d. ago Alleged Sexual Harassment: Federal High Court Grants Recall Process Of Senator Natasha

A Federal High Court sitting in Kogi State, has set aside an earlier ruling that restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission from receiving the recall process of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The court in its judgment delivered in Lokoja on Friday affirmed that the recall process is constitutionally valid and aligns with the civic rights of […] The post Alleged Sexual Harassment: Federal High Court Grants Recall Process Of Senator Natasha appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago EFCC drags four to Court over alleged N50m fraud in Maiduguri

Tribune Online EFCC drags four to Court over alleged N50m fraud in Maiduguri The statement further added that when the separate charges were read, the defendants pleaded not guilty. EFCC drags four to Court over alleged N50m fraud in Maiduguri Tribune Online

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1 week ago Court bars INEC from receiving alleged ‘fictitious’ petition for Senator Natasha’s recall

Tribune Online Court bars INEC from receiving alleged ‘fictitious’ petition for Senator Natasha’s recall The Federal High Court sitting in Lokoja has granted an interim injunction restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from receiving, accepting, or acting on any petition allegedly containing “fictitious signatures and names” aimed at initiating a recall process against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In the ruling delivered on Thursday, March 20, 2025, Justice Isa H. […] Court bars INEC from receiving alleged ‘fictitious’ petition for Senator Natasha’s recall Tribune Online

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1 week ago IPOB Condemns FG’s Alleged N500m Spending On Nnamdi Kanu’s Court Appearance

IPOB has strongly condemned the Federal Government’s alleged expenditure of over N500 million for each court appearance of its leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The group views this as a blatant exploitation of Nigerian taxpayers. IPOB questioned the justification for such a huge expense, accusing the government of misusing public funds. In a statement issued by […] The post IPOB Condemns FG’s Alleged N500m Spending On Nnamdi Kanu’s Court Appearance appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Kosofe LG supervisor arraigned for alleged theft of council documents

Tribune Online Kosofe LG supervisor arraigned for alleged theft of council documents A supervisor for boundaries matter with the Kosofe Local Government Area (LGA), Ganiyu Oyebanjo, has been arraigned before an Igbosere Magistrates’ Court over allegations of conspiracy and theft of official council documents. Oyebanjo appeared before Chief Magistrate O.O. Olatunji following charges brought against him by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), represented by its counsel, Zebedee […] Kosofe LG supervisor arraigned for alleged theft of council documents Tribune Online

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1 week ago “Supreme Court’s Action In Rivers State Is Unconstitutional” – Asari Dokubo

Asari Dokubo has joined the chorus of Nigerians condemning the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on Rivers State issues. Dokubo strongly criticized the apex court, alleging that it overstepped its bounds by exercising powers it doesn’t have. This ruling has sparked intense controversy and debate, with many questioning the court’s jurisdiction. In an interview on Monday, […] The post “Supreme Court’s Action In Rivers State Is Unconstitutional” – Asari Dokubo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago [UPDATED] Alleged N12.3bn fraud: Otudeko, others opt for out

Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Monday adjourned till May 8, 2025, for a report of settlement in an alleged N12.3bn fraud case against Chairman of the Honeywell Group, Oba Otudeko, and three others. The court fixed the date following an agreement by all parties to allow the Minister of Read More

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2 w. ago ActionAid judicial panel faults Supreme Court judgment on Rivers crisis

Tribune Online ActionAid judicial panel faults Supreme Court judgment on Rivers crisis The Independent Judicial Accountability Panel (IJAP) of the Citizens Led Engagements on Judicial Accountability in Post-Election Justice Delivery in Nigeria (CLEAP Justice) project of ActionAid Nigeria has faulted the Supreme Court judgments on the protracted political crisis in Rivers, saying that, the judgment left a gap as to whether the issue of the alleged defection […] ActionAid judicial panel faults Supreme Court judgment on Rivers crisis Tribune Online

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2 w. ago ‘My husband became irrational, violent after losing his job, chased me about with cutlass’

Tribune Online ‘My husband became irrational, violent after losing his job, chased me about with cutlass’ A woman, Omobodunde, has brought a divorce suit against her husband, Bosun, at the Grade A Customary Court, Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, alleging that he was irresponsible, jobless and in the habit of beating her. Omobodunde said that Bosun had always shirked his responsibility towards her and their children. She stated that his presence as […] ‘My husband became irrational, violent after losing his job, chased me about with cutlass’ Tribune Online

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2 w. ago My wife washed her private part, used the water to cook my food, Ibadanman tells court

Tribune Online My wife washed her private part, used the water to cook my food, Ibadanman tells court Grade A Customary Court, Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, has ordered a fresh hearing notice to be issued and served a woman, Safiyah, who was dragged to court by her husband, Hamzat (surname withheld), who alleged that she was stubborn, troublesome and in the habit of fighting him. Hamzat also stated that Safiyat was diabolic. According […] My wife washed her private part, used the water to cook my food, Ibadanman tells court Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Alleged land grabbing: Lawyer drags EFCC chairman, others to court, demands N500m

Tribune Online Alleged land grabbing: Lawyer drags EFCC chairman, others to court, demands N500m An Abuja-based lawyer, Alexander Oketa, has dragged the Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Ola Olukoyede, before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) over land ownership tussle between Jona Brothers Construction Limited and the chairman, Elizade Motors, Chief Michael Adeojo, demanding the sum of N500 million as general damages. Alleged land grabbing: Lawyer drags EFCC chairman, others to court, demands N500m Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Defamation: “How Can A Judge Order My Arrest When I’m Not In Nigeria?” – VeryDarkMan Wonders

Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, a controversial activist, has responded to a court order for his arrest for allegedly defaming gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. Reports indicate that on Thursday, March 13, the Chief Magistrate Court in Wuse Zone 6, Abuja, issued a bench warrant for VDM’s arrest over alleged “criminal defamation” of gospel […] The post Defamation: “How Can A Judge Order My Arrest When I’m Not In Nigeria?” – VeryDarkMan Wonders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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